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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the midgate inner panel. Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .
  2. Open the midgate.

  3. Object Number: 1236624  Size: SH
  4. Lift the midgate sliding hinge filler panel, slide the retaining clips (1) up to secure the sliding panel.

  5. Object Number: 1033946  Size: SH
  6. Remove the rivets retaining the sliding panel hinge to the midgate assembly using a drill and 6.35 mm (1/4 in) drill bit.
  7. Remove the sliding hinge panel assembly from the midgate.
  8. Remove the loose rivets from inside the midgate assembly to prevent any rattles.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1033946  Size: SH
  1. Install the midgate sliding hinge panel to the midgate.
  2. Install the rivets retaining the midgate sliding hinge panel to the midgate assembly.

  3. Object Number: 1236624  Size: SH
  4. Slide the clips (1) retaining the sliding hinge panel down to release the sliding hinge panel.
  5. Lower the midgate sliding hinge filler panel down onto the cargo floor.
  6. Close the midgate assembly.
  7. Install the midgate inner panel. Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .